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Chinese Chive Pancakes

韭菜盒子jiǔ cài hé zi

Time
2 h 30 min
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
794 kcal
Yield
1 serving

Chinese Chive Pancakes are a traditional Chinese pastry with a golden, crispy exterior and a savory, juicy filling. The filling combines Chinese chives with peeled shrimp and egg, rich in vitamins and high-quality protein. The recipe is simple and beginner-friendly, taking about 2.5 hours from mixing the dough to serving.韭菜盒子是一道传统中式面点,外皮金黄酥脆,内馅鲜香多汁。韭菜搭配虾仁和鸡蛋,富含维生素与优质蛋白质。做法简单,对新手也很友好,从和面到出锅大约需要 2.5 小时。

Chinese Chive Pancakes

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Chinese Chive Pancakes — ingredients and steps overview

Method5 steps

  1. 1

    Mix the Dough and Rest

    和面静置

    Place the flour in a large bowl, add water, and stir into a smooth dough. Let it rest for 30 minutes.

    将面粉放入大碗中,加入水,搅拌成光滑的面团,静置 30 分钟。

    40 min

    • Add water gradually in small amounts.加水时建议分次少量加入
    • Resting the dough gives it a chewier texture.面团静置可以让口感更劲道
    Step 1: Mix the Dough and Rest
  2. 2

    Prepare the Filling

    准备馅料

    Wash and finely chop the Chinese chives. Add beaten egg and 5g salt, then stir until well combined.

    韭菜洗净切碎,加入打散的鸡蛋、5g 盐,搅拌均匀。

    15 min

    • After washing, be sure to drain the Chinese chives thoroughly, or they will release too much water.韭菜洗净后务必控干水分,否则容易出水
    • You can scramble the eggs first and then mix them in.鸡蛋可以先炒熟碎化后再拌入
    Step 2: Prepare the Filling
  3. 3

    Shape the Pancakes

    包制盒子

    Divide the dough into small pieces, roll each into a thin round wrapper, and fill with Chinese chives, peeled shrimp, and egg mixture.

    将面团分成小剂子,擀成薄圆饼,包入韭菜、虾仁、鸡蛋液。

    60 min

    • Pinch the edges tightly to prevent the filling from leaking while frying.边缘要捏紧,防止煎制时漏馅
    • Try to keep the dough pieces as uniform in size as possible.剂子大小要尽量均匀
    Step 3: Shape the Pancakes
  4. 4

    Pan-Fry

    煎制

    Heat a skillet, add cooking oil, and place the filled pancakes in. Pan-fry until golden on both sides, about 3-4 minutes.

    热锅,加入食用油,放入包好的韭菜盒子,煎至两面金黄,约 3-4 分钟。

    20 min

    • Use medium-low heat throughout to avoid burning the outside while the inside stays raw.全程中小火,避免外焦内生
    • You can cover the skillet briefly to steam them while frying.煎的时候可以加盖稍微焖一下
    Step 4: Pan-Fry
  5. 5

    Serve and Enjoy

    盛盘享用

    Plate and let cool slightly before serving.

    盛盘,稍凉后即可享用。

    5 min

    • The filling is extremely hot right out of the pan—be careful when eating.刚出锅时内馅极烫,食用时请小心
    Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

Extra tips

  • Feel free to add ingredients like dried tofu to suit your taste.制作时可根据个人口味添加豆腐干等配料。
  • Watch the heat while frying to avoid burning the outside while the inside stays raw.注意煎制时火候,避免外焦内生。

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